The first-ever 32 team Women's World Cup is set to begin on 20 July where a swarm of European sides in 2023 will aim to unseat the United States team from their third consecutive world-champion title.
PARIS, France - The first-ever 32-team Women's World Cup begins in Australia and New Zealand on 20 July, with the United States aiming to win a third consecutive title in a landmark month for the women's game.
Meanwhile Australia, led by the brilliant Sam Kerr, will hope to make the most of home advantage and go all the way to the final in Sydney on 20 August.FIFA has tripled the prize money on offer compared to 2019, and the total pot which also covers compensation for clubs releasing players is up from $50 million four years ago to $152 million now.
The threat of a TV blackout was averted late in the day after FIFA president Gianni Infantino had openly criticised the amount of money being offered by broadcasters. "It is actually terrible business if you are not tuning in," said Megan Rapinoe, the veteran superstar of the United States team, a cultural icon who transcends the sport.
Meanwhile France players rebelled over conditions in their national team set-up and a change of coach followed.
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